I don't even know what that one is, but I was assuming, by the trees in the background, that it was a scenic thing.
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I don't even know what that one is, but I was assuming, by the trees in the background, that it was a scenic thing.
I bet Custer State Park Resort is expensive. Little girl me would have been in love with the bison, paddle boats, and horseback riding though.
It's the 1880's train. You can take a tour on a steam locomotive train. It is interesting for the kids to ride a steam train and you see some beautiful country in the process.
Other things I didn't highlight are the Mammoth Site at Hot Springs, Deadwood, Harney Peak (a great hike, if you are into that) and of course Crazy Horse. There are plenty of touristy things as well like Storybook Island, Bear Country USA and Dinosaur Park in Rapid City.
When looking for breaks on the drive out, you can stop at the lookout at the Missouri River valley and at least a drive through the Badlands is a must or a hike if you are feeling up to it.
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I have never been to Branson but can't you do pretty much everything there that you can do in the Dells only it is closer? I guess since you have been there before that might have both advantages and disadvantages.
Went there around 25 years ago...a lot of old school country acts have permanent stage shows there. There's also a lot of old-time shops that demonstrate making dulcimers and other bluegrass instruments, hand-carved art & furniture, etc. Think "Living History Farms" meets "Grand Old Opry". I guess I really didn't think of it as much of a playground for kids. It may have changed in the intervening years though.
There's a lot to do in Branson if you weed through the yokels, but about a day and half was plenty for me. I actually enjoyed the downtown area by the riverfront more than the main loop.
I was sorta looking at coming north a bit for weather reasons. It's supposed to be mid to upper 90's with 91% humidity in KC and down in Branson. I was looking at weather in SD and WI and the temps were a little lower with humidity much better. It's not a deal-breaker, but if we're gonna spend a lot of time outdoors, I'd rather not be miserable.
The Black Hills have a little elevation to help with extreme heat as well. Harney peak is the high point at ~7200 feet, but there is plenty to do over 5000 feet.
I was under the impression my brother goes there to fish and gamble, his wife goes to shows, and his kids like the water park, mini golf, carnival ride scene for family togetherness.:spinny:
But note: the temperature in the Badlands is always at least 105. Or at least it has been every time I've been there.
If you're gonna drive that far, go to Indianapolis. The Children's Museum is awesome there, and they usually have cool exhibits. Go to the Indianapolis Zoo (and say hi to the walruses for me!), catch an Indians game (the Pirates AAA affiliate and one of the best AAA stadiums out there), go to the NCAA hall of game, walk or paddle the canal, check out the massive art gardens and trails at the Indianapolis Museum of Art (featured in The Fault in Our Stars, and assuming an 8 year old would like the actual museum).
Still is - thanks to the wonders of modern medicine.
Probably would.
True. Never mind on the would.....she's not THAT hot.
Oh, and Carvers...I'm now unfortunately challenging you for POS neighbors...guy down the street from me got arrested for beating the **** out of his employee and trying to rape her. After he was previously arrested for hiding a camera in a porta-potty a year or so ago. Article said he was 'also hospitalized after the incident', which I found out was because he tried to save the prosecution some money on trial and incarceration, but (fortunately, or unfortunately, depending on if one is feeling forgiving or vengeful) he was unsuccessful.
Haven't talked to him. Although, it's funny you ask that, the incident was about a month ago, the old hippie neighbor had a neighborhood picnic I think not to long after that...it was on a Friday night, so I couldn't go. I doubt he showed up with the bandages on his wrists.
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